Yamaha has introduced a new 2021 MT-09 naked bike that is completely redesigned, including both the engine (now a larger displacement at 890cc) and the chassis (new frame, swingarm, suspension, instrumentation and lighting). Undoubtedly, compliance with Euro 5 emission standards has been one driving force for the redesign. Yamaha claims a small increase in horsepower […]
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Aragón MotoGP Results (Race 2) (News) (Race Results)
The second half of the Aragón MotoGP double-header was held this morning with Franco Morbidelli (Yamaha) taking his second win of the year in convincing style. The Factory Suzukis of Alex Rins and Joan Mir finished on the podium behind Morbidelli. With his consistency, Mir has now extended his lead in the championship to 14 […]
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KTM Announcess 2021 KTM 890 Adventure Standard Model (Bike Reports) (News)
For some reason, KTM delayed announcement of the 2021 890 Adventure standard model after announcing the Adventure R and Adventure R Rally two weeks ago. In any event, here it is, and it should be available in U.S. dealers next month. In addition to the 90cc larger engine, other changes are made to the 2021 […]
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Aprilia RS 660 – More Details Released on Exciting Middleweight (including U.S. pricing) (Bike Reports) (News)
A more thorough press release arrived at MD this morning from Aprilia describing the new RS 660 sport bike in greater detail, and providing U.S. pricing. When it becomes available in the U.S., it will be priced at $ 11,299 for the Apex Black and Lava Red versions, and $ 11,499 for Acid Gold. It turns out […]
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Aprilia RS 660 Makes “California Debut” – Will the Pretty “Budget” Aprilia Sell? (Bike Reports) (News)
Roughly two years after its debut in concept form, the production Aprilia RS 660 is now available for online pre-order in Europe, and made its “California debut” under Pikes Peak champ Rennie Scaysbrook. U.S. availability and pricing has yet to be announced. The RS 660 is a beautiful and interesting bike that is receiving rave […]
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KTM Introduces 2021 890 Adventure R Rally and 890 Adventure R (Bike Reports) (News)
Just a couple of years on from introducing the 790 Adventure models, KTM has today introduced the 2021 890 Adventure R Rally (limited availability) and 890 Adventure R models. The big news is an increase in displacement to 889cc courtesy of added bore and stroke, but there are additional changes as well. The standard R […]
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